Trump appoints Chris Wright as energy secretary while Musk calls for public input on Treasury pick
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, as his energy secretary. Wright is known for opposing climate change initiatives and supports fossil fuel development, aligning with Trump's energy policies. Elon Musk has suggested that the public should have a say in selecting the next Treasury Secretary. He endorsed Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, over Scott Bessent, emphasizing the need for change in financial leadership. Trump has made several key appointments, including Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and former Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. These selections reflect Trump's strategy of choosing loyalists for his administration.